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A circumnavigation of Bassenthwaite Water from Keswick — Lake District National Park

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A circumnavigation of Bassenthwaite Water from Keswick — Lake District National Park

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A circumnavigation of Bassenthwaite Water from Keswick — Lake District National Park

02:17

33.2km

440m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: January 24, 2025

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

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Start point

Parking

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3.28 km

Derwentwater

Highlight • Lake

One of the most scenic corners of the Lake District, Derwentwater, also known as Keswick's Lake, is known for its changing moody landscapes: from dramatic southerly gales to calm early …

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16.0 km

Bassenthwaite Lake Station Café

Highlight • Cafe

Set in a renovated station with a full size replica steam train, Bassenthwaite Lake Station cafe also serves good coffee, with bike-friendly outdoor seating Open every day 9-5.

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17.8 km

Bassenthwaite Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the many stunning lakes in the Lake District, Bassenthwaite stretches for 4 miles (6.4 km) amongst the hills. There are no major settlements on the lake, instead you …

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33.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.4 km

5.93 km

2.94 km

1.80 km

1.16 km

872 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.3 km

11.2 km

2.59 km

1.05 km

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Sunday 31 May

16°C

12°C

96 %

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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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A circumnavigation of Bassenthwaite Water from Keswick — Lake District National Park

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Bassenthwaite Lake

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